1924 Detroit Stars season facts for kids
Quick facts for kids 1924 Detroit Stars |
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| Record | 35–31–1 (.530) |
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| Owner(s) | Tenny Blount |
| Manager(s) | Bruce Petway |
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The 1924 Detroit Stars baseball team was a professional baseball team. They played in the Negro National League (NNL). This league was very important for African-American players during a time when they were not allowed to play in Major League Baseball.
In the 1923 baseball season, the Stars had a good year. They won 35 games, lost 31, and had one tie. This record placed them third in the NNL.
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Meet the 1924 Detroit Stars
The Detroit Stars were a strong team in the Negro National League. They showed great skill and teamwork throughout their season. Their games were exciting for fans to watch.
Their Home Field and Owner
The Stars played their home games at Mack Park. This park was located in Detroit, Michigan. It was about four miles from the city center. The team was owned by a person named Tenny Blount. He helped make sure the team had what it needed to play.
Star Players: Hall of Famers
The 1924 Detroit Stars had two amazing players. Both of them later became members of the Baseball Hall of Fame. This is a very special honor for baseball players.
Turkey Stearnes: A Batting Powerhouse
Turkey Stearnes was the team's center fielder. He played in 61 games that season. Turkey was one of the best hitters in the NNL. He hit nine home runs, which tied him for first place in the league. He also had 12 triples, also tying for first. His batting average was .339, which was seventh best. His slugging percentage was .581, showing his power.
Andy Cooper: Pitching Ace
Andy Cooper was a talented pitcher for the Stars. He won 12 games and lost 7. This placed him third in the NNL for wins. He also had 81 strikeouts, ranking sixth in the league. His earned run average (ERA) was 3.70. This showed he was good at preventing runs.
Other Key Players on the Team
Besides the Hall of Famers, many other players helped the Stars succeed. They each played important roles on the team.
Bill Pierce: First Base Slugger
Bill Pierce played first base for the Stars. He appeared in 62 games. He led the team with a .588 slugging percentage. Bill also had 52 runs batted in (RBIs). He tied with Turkey Stearnes for the most home runs (nine) and triples (12). His batting average was .337, second only to Stearnes on the team.
Bruce Petway: Catcher and Leader
Bruce Petway was the team's catcher. He also managed the team. He played in 35 games. Bruce had a .413 on-base percentage, which was the best on the team. His batting average was .326. This was the third highest among the team's regular players.
Bill Riggins: Speedy Shortstop
Bill Riggins was the shortstop. He played in 62 games. Bill scored 48 runs, which was second on the team. He also had 79 hits. He hit six triples, tying for third. His batting average was .305, ranking fourth among regular players.
Clarence Smith: Right Field Star
Clarence Smith played right field. He appeared in 62 games. He had a .302 batting average. Clarence also had 77 hits and 39 RBIs. He scored 41 runs. He led the team with six stolen bases, showing his speed.
Johnny Jones: Left Field Contributor
Johnny Jones played left field for the Stars. He appeared in 55 games. Johnny had a .303 batting average. He collected 67 hits and 22 RBIs. He also scored 35 runs for the team.
